June - July School Holiday Events for Kids and Teens
Looking for exciting things for kids and teens to do these school holidays in Brisbane? There’s plenty happening close to home these June/July School Holidays.
From hands on activities, live shows to outdoor adventures in local parks, our free and low-cost Active and Healthy Program offers something for everyone. Families can enjoy arts and crafts, games, library activities, and even learn to skate workshops perfect for keeping young minds active and entertained.
We’ve highlighted a few great options happening in our local area, but there’s even more to discover across the city. Be sure to visit Brisbane City Council’s ‘What’s on in Brisbane’ page to explore the full range of school holiday activities, both locally and in surrounding suburbs.
There’s something for every age and interest. So, get out and enjoy the holidays!
Lord Mayor’s Children’s Program - K-Pop Kidz!
Date & Time: Sun 28 Jun, 10:00am - 11:00am and 2pm - 3pm
Location: Brisbane City Hall
Description: Lord Mayor's Children's Program presents K-Pop Kidz!
Get ready to kickstart the school holidays with an electrifying 55-minute K‑Pop dance spectacular that brings the colour, energy and infectious joy of K‑Pop culture to the stage of Brisbane City Hall. Featuring talented performers from Brisbane’s very own K‑Pop dance community, this high-energy show is inspired by a hit blockbuster K‑Pop kids movie and packed with everything families love about the genre. Kids are invited to dress up as their favourite K‑Pop star, learn cool new dance moves, and sing along to the music. This is the ultimate school holiday event everyone will be talking about!
Bookings Essential: Book via the eventbrite website
Cost: Free
Fact finders: What’s inside a flower
Date & Time: Tue 30 Jun, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Mt Ommaney Library
Description: Explore the amazing world of flowers through staff-led activities and craft inspired by our extensive junior non-fiction collection. Bookings required. Phone Mount Ommaney Library on 07 3407 7010 to reserve your place.
Age: 5-11 year olds
Cost: Free
Basketball skills and drills
Date & Time: Tue 30 Jun, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Location: Carole Park Community Park, Ellen Grove
Description: Skill development and fun games with fundamental basketball skills, drills and 3x3 action. Bookings essential. To book visit Made Concepts Pty Ltd. For more information phone 0434 433 078.
Age: 6-17 years old
Cost: Free
Wildlife movement solutions
Date & Time: Wed 1 Jul, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Mt Ommaney Library
Description: Join in the school holiday fun at your local library! An interactive session that teaches children why wildlife movement is important in Brisbane and the challenges animals face in urban areas. Participants will enjoy a reading of Creature Corridor and hands-on activities, allowing them to explore how species like koalas, kangaroos, and gliders move through suburbs and what makes it difficult. They learn about Brisbane City Council's wildlife movement solutions-such as overpasses, rope bridges and fencing-through games and problem-solving tasks. The session finishes with practical actions and take-home resources to encourage ongoing awareness and wildlife-friendly behaviour. Bookings required. Phone Mount Ommaney Library on 07 3407 7010 to reserve your place.
Age: 5-12 year olds
Cost: Free
Make and create
Date & Time: Thu 2 Jul, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Location: Mt Ommaney Library
Description: Join in the school holiday fun at your local library! Drop in and get creative with free art and craft activities. Bookings required. Phone Mount Ommaney Library on 07 3407 7010 to reserve your place.
Age: 4-12 year olds
Cost: Free
Basketball skills and drills
Date & Time: Thu 2 Jul, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Location: Julie Road Park, Ellen Grove
Description: Skill development and fun games with fundamental basketball skills, drills and 3x3 action. Bookings essential. To book visit Made Concepts Pty Ltd. For more information phone 0434 433 078.
Age: 6-17 years old
Cost: Free
Sensory friendly make and create
Date & Time: Thu 2 Jul, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Location: Mt Ommaney Library
Description: Join in the school holiday fun at your local library! Let your imagination run wild in this sensory friendly event. Choose how you want to create your masterpiece with options to craft, build or draw. Ideal for children aged 5–11 years who are neurodivergent or experience sensory sensitivity or sensory overload and their carers. Bookings required. Phone Mount Ommaney Library on 07 3407 7010 to reserve your place.
Age: 5-11 year olds
Cost: Free
Fishing Fun
Date & Time: Sat 4 Jul, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Location: Jindalee Boat Ramp Park, Jindalee
Description: Have fun learning or brushing up on your land-based fishing skills with the multi-award-winning team at 2 Bent Rods. All bait, tackle and equipment is provided. Bookings essential. To book visit 2 Bent Rods. For more information phone Sam on 0403 713 820.
Age: 10-17 years old
Cost: $6
Books to stage with Stage School Australia
Date & Time: Tue 7 Jul, 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Mt Ommaney Library
Description: Join in the school holiday fun at your local library! Students of Stage School Australia will delight audiences with a live performance of the Alice in Wonderland bringing this loved book to life. Bookings required. Phone Mount Ommaney Library on 07 3407 7010 to reserve your place.
Age: 5-12 year olds
Cost: Free
Basketball Skills and Drills
Date & Time: Tue 7 Jul, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Location: Carole Park Community Park, Ellen Grove
Description: Skill development and fun games with fundamental basketball skills, drills and 3x3 action. Bookings essential. To book visit Made Concepts Pty Ltd. For more information phone 0434 433 078.
Age: 6-17 years old
Cost: Free